1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lancia Thema | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Thema | LR3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |